I bought my 2005 GV with 2600 mi on it 4 years ago. Now I have 17,600 miles. I forgot to change the oil and put 4000 on it but from then on I change it about ever 1300 miles. Starts instantly, except hot requires twisting the throttle.
Repairs:
Tires, belt, brake pads, air cleaner, spark plugs, valve adjust (2x), carb clean due to previous owner letting it sit for years. Welded the exhaust 3 or 4 times due to defective design or welds. Optional dr pulley flat slider weights. Painted the black plastic red to stop sun fade. Givi windshield and top case (optional). Repaired mirrors multiple times from falling over and replaced once with a new one. I have seen a GV and people 250 at my local shop with 26K+ miles and a met a guy with a genuine buddy 150cc? with over 35K miles original motor!
I generally don't beat on my scooter but do run 70 to 100% on the highway to maintain 70 to 75mph. Very happy with the scooter overall but interested in a BV350 next year for more power /speed on the highway.
